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A review by matt_needs_medicating
Heartburn by Nora Ephron
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
There were times where I was so frustrated with Rachel and how she would just roll over for Mark, before I realised that life and relationships aren’t as clear-cut as I want them to be, and Rachel’s reaction to his infidelity very real and a product of her society. She accepted the way she was treated because all the characters around her expected that of her. It made for a very satisfying conclusion when she finally stood up for herself.
Some elements of the book are dated, especially some of the language used, but I won’t count that heavily against this book since it would’ve (unfortunately) been ‘acceptable’ at the time of publication.
I’m a big fan of Nora Ephron’s movies so I had a hunch I’d enjoy this book and I glad to be proven right. A short, fun, and hopeful read.
Some elements of the book are dated, especially some of the language used, but I won’t count that heavily against this book since it would’ve (unfortunately) been ‘acceptable’ at the time of publication.
I’m a big fan of Nora Ephron’s movies so I had a hunch I’d enjoy this book and I glad to be proven right. A short, fun, and hopeful read.
Moderate: Lesbophobia